The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) has announced the appointment of Professor Ganiyu Oboh from the Department of Biochemistry as the new Director of the Centre for Entrepreneurship (CENT), effective August 1, 2025.
In his new role, Professor Oboh will oversee the day-to-day operations of CENT, spearhead the development of innovative programs, provide strategic leadership, mentor staff, and promote effective teamwork within the Centre.

Prof. Ganiyu Oboh, an erudite researcher in the life sciences with outstanding scientific findings and good human capacity development is an active member of some professional and academic bodies such as Nigerian Society of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Biotechnology Society of Nigeria, Nigerian Society for Experimental Biology, New York Academy of Sciences, World Academy of Young Scientist, and Accelerator for Sustainable Development of Africa.
The Vice Chancellor Professor Adenike Oladiji expressed optimism that Professor Oboh’s leadership will further strengthen CENT’s mission of fostering entrepreneurship, innovation, and enterprise development among students and the wider community.

